Brad Stevens explains salary cap reasons for Jaylen Brown trade to 76ers

Brad Stevens addressed the media regarding the trade of Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. He cited salary cap constraints as a primary reason for the decision, highlighting the challenge of managing contracts for high-usage players like Brown and Jayson Tatum. Stevens expressed that retaining Tatum was a priority while acknowledging the need for a more flexible roster. The trade brought Paul George and draft picks to Boston, although some question the return given Brown's stature within the franchise. Stevens aims to reshape the Celtics' roster with Tatum as the focal point moving forward.

• 2:44 AMYahoo Sports — Brad Stevens gives the salary cap reason behind the Jaylen Brown trade with Philadelphia